Income Assistance

Provided by: Government of Nova Scotia - Department of Community Services

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Service Description

Provides people in financial need with assistance with basic needs such as food, rent, utilities, and clothing. The program may also help with other needs such as child care, transportation, prescription drugs, emergency dental care, and eye glasses.

On a monthly basis, clients may receive a Standard Household Rate amount based on the household size and the type of residence lived in (boarding, renting, home ownership, or other), plus any special needs they are eligible for.

Eligibility

Full eligibility details can be found at: https://novascotia.ca/coms/employment/income_assistance/Eligibility.html

Application Process

To apply for Income Assistance, you must discuss your financial situation with a caseworker and complete an application to determine your eligibility • Call the toll free Intake Line to complete application over the phone

Documents Required

The caseworker will ask for the following information: Social Insurance Number (SIN) • Income and assets • Bank statements for your account • Any other information that can help the caseworker understand your financial situation and your family situation

Fees

No fees

Languages Offered

English • French-speaking staff available upon request • Over-the-phone interpretation services available at all offices with more than 200 languages available

Coverage Area

Nova Scotia

Contact Details

Service Hours

Monday
8:30am–8pm
Tuesday
8:30am–8pm
Wednesday
8:30am–8pm
Thursday
8:30am–8pm
Friday
8:30am–8pm
Saturday
10am–3pm

Kings District Office

Address:
76 River Street
Kentville NS  B4N 1G9
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Mailing Address:
76 River Street
Kentville NS  B4N 1G9

Site Info

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Site Hours

Monday
8:30am–4:30pm
Tuesday
8:30am–4:30pm
Wednesday
8:30am–4:30pm
Thursday
8:30am–4:30pm
Friday
8:30am–4:30pm

Accessibility

Automatic door at entrance • Elevator

Coverage Area

Kings County